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Shrule Abbey

#437 among destinations in Ireland

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Shrule Abbey

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Shrule Abbey is a former monastery and National Monument located in County Mayo, Ireland. ()

Established: V centuryCoordinates: 53°31'8"N, 9°5'26"W

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Shrule Abbey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ross Errilly Friary, Kinlough Castle, Cnoc Meadha, Killursa.

3.2 miSW
Monastery, Sacred and religious sites
Ross Errilly Friary
82 min walk • Nestled in the verdant heart of County Galway, Ross Errilly Friary stands as a testament to Ireland's rich monastic heritage. This remarkably well-preserved Franciscan monastery, founded in the mid-15th century, is a jewel of medieval architecture and history.
1.8 miSW
Forts and castles
Kinlough Castle
46 min walk • Kinlough Castle is a tower house and National Monument located in County Mayo, Ireland.
5.8 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Cnoc Meadha
148 min walk • Cnoc Meadha is a hill west of Tuam, County Galway, in Ireland. It is said in legend to be the residence of Finnbheara, the king of the Connacht fairies. Of two large cairns on the hill, one was thought to be the burial-place of Finnbheara and the other of Queen Medb, whose name may be transformed in the name Cnoc Meadha.
4.2 miSW
Church, Archaeological site
Killursa
107 min walk • Killursa is a medieval church and National Monument in County Galway, Ireland. The church is located on the outskirts of Westport, about east-northeast of the town of Galway.
3.5 miS
Town
Headford
89 min walk • One of the main attractions in Headford is the scenic Lough Corrib, the second largest lake in Ireland. Visitors can take a leisurely boat ride on the tranquil waters, admiring the stunning landscapes and perhaps even trying their hand at fishing.